Hello!
It is really great to hear that you want to do a native species set up! That's really cool for the interest that you have! I have been building native Pennsylvania enclosures for around five years so maybe I can help you out. I have to ask you a few questions to see where you stand before I can give any advice.

What species are you considering using?

Have you looked at the laws for Texas? You might need a license, it might not matter or you might not be allowed to collect amphibians in Texas that's one thing you have to look at.

If you are looking to collect a species that is endangered or threatened it could potentially be illegal and probably is not a good idea because they're already struggling.

Creating your setup with a non-native species or with an abundant native species if it is legal would be the best two options.

After I know a little bit more about what you are trying to do I can help you to move forward. You can check out my enclosures on here or on YouTube.
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